Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Sony Xperia 1 VI

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Sony Xperia 1 VI (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; estimated prices are $316 and $964. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads — 47/100 vs 38/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is noticeably lighter (170g vs 192g).

The Sony Xperia 1 VI edges out the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 44
Battery 48
Design 87
Value for money 88
Sony Xperia 1 VI
Performance 42
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 41
Design 60
Value for money 43
What makes Motorola Edge 40 Neo better?
  • Faster charging: 68W vs 30W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 170g vs 192g
  • Cheaper: $316 vs $964

  • Better camera (44/100 vs 34/100)
  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 60/100)
  • Better value for money (88/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VI better?

  • Higher performance (42/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Sony Xperia 1 VI, the Sony Xperia 1 VI scores 9 points higher (47/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (44/100 vs 34/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (88/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (44/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (87/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (88/100 vs 43/100).

Motorola Edge 40 Neo: The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Sony Xperia 1 VI: The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Edge 40 Neo Sony Xperia 1 VI
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 7030 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
AnTuTu 2096581
Geekbench Single 2205
Geekbench Multi 7192
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.5" LTPO OLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2340
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 68W 30W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
DXOMark (camera) 103
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 32 MP 12 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP65
Dimensions 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm 162.0×74.0×8.2 mm
Weight 170 g 192 g
Price $316 $964
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
44
camera
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • 6.5" LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • Wireless: 15W
41
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
$316
Sony Xperia 1 VI
$964

Price difference: $648. Motorola Edge 40 Neo is cheaper by $648.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 Neo (42/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (44/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (48/100 vs 41/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (87/100 vs 60/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (88/100 vs 43/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Sony Xperia 1 VI edges out the Motorola Edge 40 Neo by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VI — 47/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Sony Xperia 1 VI leads on performance (42/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for everyday use.